Monster in a Box

Synopsis

Inspired monologist Spalding Gray shares the difficulties he experienced while trying to complete a mammoth novel two years overdue to his publisher. With vivid stories and plenty of humor, he describes his adventures around the world.

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In my opinion, this is the best of the filmed monologues of Spalding Gray, both in terms of the monologue itself and the cinematic approach to the material. Broomfield uses the camera effectively, but also with minimal interference, knowing Gray's unique ability to tell a story can hold an audience all on it's own.